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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

The art Of hearing should be learned
by all. 1: Is fully as important to DO
nestle happiness AS n cultivated ear, for
which so much money and time are ex-
pended. There are 50 many things
which IL Is painful to hear, many which
we ought not to hear, very many, which,
# heard, will disturb the temper, cor
rupt simplicity and modesty. detract
from contentment aud happiness, that
every one be educated TO take In or shut
out sounds, according TO his pleasure.
IL Il man falls into violent passion,
aud calls US all manner Of names, at the
first word we should shut our ears aud
hear no more. II, In our quiet voyage
OF life, we find ourselves caught IN one
of those domestic whlrlwlnds OF scold.
ing, we should shut our ears as n sailor
would furl his sails, and, making all
tight, scud before the gale. IL hot and
restless man begins to infame our feel
ings we should consider what mischief
these fiery sparks may co Ia our maya.
zine below where our temper Is kept,
and instantly close the door.
The art Of not hearing, though un.
taught In our schools, 10 by no means
unpracticed In society. We have NO
tlced that well.bred woman never
hears vulgar or impertinenI remark.
a kind OF discreet deafness saves one
from many insults, from much blame,
from not little connivancs In dishon-
Orable conversation.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

A man recently made bet that he
could kill, clean. cook and eat a spring
chicken In fifteen minutes. Preparatory
TO the contest, he secured the chicken
and provided himself with pot Of boil
ing water, 4 bot skillet and . hot nat
iron. When the time was called, he
jerked the chickens head OF. doused it
in pot Of boiling water, slipped the
feathers of, cleaned IL, and then laid
the fry fat In the pan, with the fiatIron
on top to cook the upper side. At the
close Of eleven and a-half minutes he
had the chicken bones beautifully pol
ished.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
Everything

is a big word in store keeping, 10 keep every
thing men, women and children wear except
ladies hats of the finer medium and common
grades, means something big: ii the readers
will walk down one aisle and up the other in
the Updegraffs stol es, "a distance OF four hum
dred and forty feet, looking at the piles OF
goods on each side, and read the black
boards telling what they are and the prices
at which they are sold, they will naturally
conclude that here is the place to find every
thing and anything that people wear at the
lowest prices, and that the advice given don
you buy until you examine them is worthy
of their time and attention.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
Money Saved is Money Earned.

Speaking of clothing and materials to make
them for men, women and children, we as
sert that the Immense stores OF the Messrs;
Updegrafis, at Hagerstown, are not surpassed
by any stores in the State for quantity, va
riety latest styles and low prices, and when
you have money to spend for articles OF wear,
don't let il slip though your hands until you
have visited this store and carefully noted
the quality, styles and prices: A dollar saved
is a dollar made, and the easiest way in this
world to make n dollar is to save IL. Some
people act otherwise, but If you value money
''don I YOU do it,"
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

Circus agent ITO Deacon Jones;--will
you allow me 10 put some posters on the
church fencef
Deacon Jones (refectIveIy)-Well, I
dunno as would do any harm, but you
would have TO pay something for the
privilege. The church is trying TO get
out of debt, and every little helps.
Circus agent-lll give you couple
Of tickets.
DRAGON Jones-All right, 20 ahead.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
xoRoDY KNOWS But MOTHER.

Nobody knows Of the work 1t takes
To keep the home together;
Nobody knows of the steps 1t takes,
Nobody knows but mother.
Nobody listens to childish woes,
Which kisses only smother;
Noboty's panied by naughty blows,
Nobody, only mother.
Nobody knows OF the sleepless care
Bestowed on baby brother;
Nobody knows OF the tender prayer,
Nobody, only mother.
Nobody knows OF the lessons taught
OF loving one another;
Nobody knows Of the patience sought,
Nobody, only mother.
Nobody knows of the anxious fears,
Lest darlings may not weather
The storm Of life in after years,
Nobody knows but mother.
Nobody kneels at the throne above
To thank the Heavenly Father;
For the sweetest gift, mothers love,
Nobody can but mother.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
"DOn't You DO it,

No matter If the Updegraffs store is out of
the way. No matter If II costs you days
travel and some expense 10 reach It, we pre-
dict that the information gained in thor
oughly examining the goods and prices in this
store will amply repay your expenses and
time, to say nothing OF the money saved In
making your purchases, We repeat, when
you are ready to buy anything or everything
people wear, fine, medium or common
quality, don't you do 1t until you have care
fully examined the goods and prices in the
Updegraff stores at Hagerstown Md.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
u T. SNYDER, PUBLISHER.
Fall Goods
LARGE STOCK
W.P.LICKLIDER'S

Call now and get your choice
of the New Goods that have
just arrived, and will be sold
at prices to suit the times. We
keep a fine and large assort-
ment of Groceries and Provis-
ions. A larger stock of Boots
and Shoes than ever before,
and we will give you bargains
in this line. Save your money
and come and see. We have
an immense stock Of China,
Glass and Queensware of best
and cheapest goods. Notions
we carry in stock. Hardware
we have. Baskets, Wooden
ware, Tar Rope q grades).
Bedington Flour, in sacks or
barrel. Sweet Potatoes and
Bologna all the time fresh.
Crackers, Cakes and fine line
of Tobacco ami Cigars. Call
AM see US and we will save
you money and do our best
for you. Butter, Eggs and
Potatoes wanted.
Yours, truly,
w. P. LICKLIDER.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
Custom and Law

Compels people to wear clothing and 1t takes
money to get clothing. With the present
low prices for farm products and labor, IL Is
Just as much ones duty 10 buy where they
can get the most and best for their money, as
IL is TO labor or till the SOIL il order to get
money with which to supply their wants.
Some people are foolish enough to think ana
act otherWise but "don't YOU do IL. :"
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
DOn't You DO IL.

Very few people can afford to part with
their money for anything less than its full
value. Until you have thoroughly investi-
gated the sources of supply and know where
To get the most for your money, II is not wise
to let IL slip out Of your pockets into other
peoples pockets. Many people part with
their money without proper care or thought,
but "don't YOU do it."
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

A NEW lot OF Stamping Patterns for Splash
A ers, Tray Covers, Tides, Banners, just the
newest designs out. Rustic Alphabet, Floral
and plain, for marking clothes or Handker-
chie!s. at ELLEN WELSHANS'.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
TRUNKS AND VALISEs

that has ever been brought to this town. In
fact, everything that is kept in n first-class
clothing store you will find right here. One
word more and am done, and that is this,
that every fair-minded person will be ready
to admit that my Spring Stock is not only
stylish, but well chosen and exceedingly fair
and reasonable inprices. With many thanks
to all Of my friends and customers for their
past favors and with strict attention to busi-
ness in the future, ! hope to gain a continu-
ance of the same. Remember the old stand,
College Square.
JACOB WINTERMOYER.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
New Stock


Ladies' Dress Goods, Satines,
Ginghams, Prints, Sheetings,
Brown and Bleached COttons,
Table Linen, Cottonades,
White Goods.
Notions, Hosiery, Gloves,
Collars, Cuffs, Neck Ties,
Handkerchiefs, Brushes, Cor
sets, Combs, Window Blinds.
Large stock of Shoes for La
dies, Misses, Children and
Men, at the very lowest prices.
Large stock of Hats in all the
New Styles and shapes cheap
er than they have ever been
offered before.
Groceries, Sugar, Coffee, Tea,
Rice, Spices, Canned Goods,
Cheese, Crackers, Mackerel,
Cakes, Bacon, Flour.
Country Produce taken in as:s.ags!s' Goods
Remember that we will not be un-
dersold. Call and see the prices be-
fore you make your purchases, as |
will save your money.
d. A. HILL.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

It is said that 262 pairs Of twins were
born in Chicago last year. This may
account for tue squalls on Lake Michi-
gan,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

A yassar girl on being asked by her
teacher what kind Of noun kiss was
replied with hlush that It was both
common and proper.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

II Is said that St. Peter IL falling Into
the habit Of identifying Nebraska pso-
pie by the rope marks on their necka.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
JAMES NJ. RANSOM, jr.,

DocToR OF DENTAL SURGERY,
y..,r.r Hotel Building, Shepherdstown' west
I'' Virginia.
v-frrhe in Shepherdstown the first MONDAY
-, month and remain one week. oihce
.,. so and > to O'Clock.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
Jacob WintermOyer.

My stock consists of all styles of Readymade
Clothing from the little 4-year-old boy To the
largest size In Mems Suits My stock ofNeck-
wear and Gents Furnishings is far superior
TO the display of any preceding years. a nice
Scarf for 10 cents. Shirts, Collars and Cuffs,
Hosiery, Suspenders, Gloves. Umbrellas,
Scarf Pins and Holders Cuff and Collar But
IONS and the finest lot of
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
Cyclone Tanning Mill,

a new and improved machine erevolutionizing
the pi ocess or cleaning grain and all kinds OF
seeds by air alone and without seves. They
are now prepared to I'LL all orders for these
machines. For particulars and terms apply 10
LEE & DASDRIDGE,
Shepherdstown, w. Va.
Oct. Z. lSS-u
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

lEADAM FOY'S Corsets, Warmers Health,
MI Hslep's Baby, p. N, all whale bone, Elaso
10 side and other kinds OF Corsets, from 40
cents up. Hoops and Bustles OF different
Kinds. sizes and prices, TO suit all. Ladies
Underbodies, Baby Caps, Childreng White
Dresses and Underclothes, TO bs nag az Ihe
little store OF ELLEN WELShANS.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
Quadruple Multiplier.

rI,uIs is a reel" Call and III explain. |
want 10 say that have Quadrupled my
Stock of Fishing Tackle. AT present l am
not liked 10 exhibit my full line, but nope 20 10
do 50 before long. in the meantllne WI wii
and not iointed. Reels (silYered) from SIC. 10
$50; Brass Reels Plain, Click, stop :Drag'
balanced Handle from Is yards TO 50 yarqhs, ,hs
Instead of getting your line tahgsu IN ~ rio
you up with either brass or nickeled ferrnlss
10y which you can joint your Own rods: diis anis
will save YOU worry, and IN tIlai way @ sase
v0ur amiability and make your nshing more
enjoyable. Now you caH get at my place any
Thing Won want:
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

A BIG LOT OF NOTIONS.-In order to re-
n dI ce our stock of druggists sundries, We
Will sell our large stock of fine Notions very
cheap. Call 10 see what we have. We have
just what you need-Tooth Brushes, Man
brushes. Hair Brushes, Pocket and Toilet
Combs. Purses and Portmonnaies, Hand MIR
rors, Clothes Brushes, Court Plasters in books,
Scissors, Indelible Pencils. Folding Scissors,
Pencil and Ink EraseTs, Putty Knives rem
knives, &c, &c. BAKER & MCMURRAN.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
FOR SALE.

WE have for sale good HORSE. JAN. ir,
w GER. and HARNESS, including Fly
Nets and " hip. The Jaeger Is nearly new.
Price moderate. If you want bargain ap-
ply at once to r,,uNo a. sNyDEp
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14
THE
Tanning Mill.

THE undersigned desire to inform the pub
1 lie that they have purchased the right for
the States Of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Vir-
ginia and West Virginia 10 sell the
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-10-14

of all the most fashionable styles In Ready
made Clothing and Gents Furnishings for
Men, BOYS and Children that has ever been
brought to- this town. They are frst-class
and combining all the styles and
qualities, with prices strictly fair and to suit
the times. | think that l can prove 10 my
friends and customers, and the people OF this
vicinity, that there is but one place to pur-
chase Clothing and Gents Furnishing Goods,
and that place is at the Boss Clothing store OF
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10
KENTUCKY KNOWLEDGE.

Albert Soule has resigned his
position as manager of the Louisville
Hotel.
Lee Terrell, aged 20, took lauda-
mum with suicidal intent at Owens
boro, but physician saved his life,
An unknown man jumped from the
bridge at Covington and was drown
ed. The body was not recovered.
Hon. e. G. Hubbard, the promi-
nent Republican politician, is dying
of consumption at his home in Ohio
county.
Jas. Dockins, cashier of the Shakers
at South Union, near Auburn, has
been arrested on two warn ants charg-
ing him with attempting to outrage
young girls.
Robt. McCallister's residence near
Stanford burned Tuesday and his
wife tainted and narrowly escaped
being burned to-death. The house
was insured for $4,000.
w. r. Bush has been nominated by
the Democrats to represent Critten-
den and Livingston in the next Leg
islature. He is young lawyer of
Smilhland.
Miss Mollie Pussy, daughter of DIR.
Pusey, Supt. of the Anchorage Asy-
lum, has written novel entitled
"Tangled Lives" which has just been
published by Ogilvie, OF Chicago.
Her non de plume is "Theron."
Jim McElroy, the negro who MUIR
dered farmer named Walter Mart,
and who was brought here for safe
keeping, will be hanged at Hender-
SOD next Friday. The negroes threat
to liberate him and the Jail is being
closely guarded.
The Baptist Convention at Louis
vile which began Friday and will
close to-day Is largely attend by the
ablest men in The denomination
throughout the South. The session
has been pleasant and harmonious
one. The various branches of mis-
sion work are reported in good con-
dition. The Treasurer reports $685.
900 on hand.
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10
The Todd Killing.

Elkton frOgress.I
On Friday night April Goth, Sher-
iff Cartwright was informed that
one Jno. d. Hawkins for whom lie
had warrant of arrest from the
Caldwell Circuit court wherehe was
under indictment for horse stealing,
was at his home about three miles
from this place. He at once organ
lied posse consisting of himself and
four men and went to arrest him. The
men composing the posse were in
formed of the character of the man
they had to arrest and were well
armed. When the house was reached
the posse surrounded it and two men
approaching the door, knocked and
were answered by HAWKING wife,
who asked who was there and was
informed that it was the sheriff after
Hawkins. They waited few mo-
ments for her to get on her clothes
~ II.
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was ao'"s .n,s' ""wA'no "as n a.".
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anu Ses,0n' no IVY ieu"'v!
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sa'a'eu W ono VI .no parry s'a
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matt WHICH o.'"s u"noou'u anu ~
peA'eu sesera' .iiueS WIN e'"p.s9,s
'na' ne wouia pe N'lioa II no uiun !.
sup ~ p"'u ~ "eo. y ."o IA -, -
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10
Q. G. D. P.
The Formal Organization.

The formal organization of the
Christian Co., Driving Park took
place yesterday with an authorized
capital stock of $4,000. The incor-
porators and stockholders met and
elected the following directory:
II. II. Abernathy, r. p. Owsley, A
D. Rodgers, C. f. Jarrett, D. s. Wood,
J. NJ. Frankel, Il. II. Holland.
Mr.. Alternately was elected Presi-
dent, Mr.. Owsley Vice President
and Mr.. Rodgers Secretary. w.
7. Cooper is Treasurer of the Asso-
citation.
No arrangements were made with
the Fair Co., but they have leased a
field from Mrs. Ship, on the right
side OF the Princeton road just beyond
the dry branch, and will erect grand
stand and be ready for stock show
and races in the fall.
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10
" GOODS!

We are now receiving our Spring
Stock, consisting of the following
novelties IN Dress Goods, Trimmings,
etc.: Sebastopool, English Serge, in
all the newest colors Grey Goods, in
every shade out this season; Plsids,
checks and hair line stripes; CASH
mere, in all colors; Satteens and Ba-,
tiste; Velons in all shades, the new
est wash goods out; Cable-cord or
Rope Ginghams Zephyr Ginghams,
in plaids, plain stripes and checks /;
Surah Silk and Velvets in every COL
or, both plain, plaids and stripes. A
beautiful line of White Goods, Laces
and Embroideries Kid and Silk
Gloves; Ladies "Princess of Wales"
Collars and Cuffs; Ribbon, Ruching,
etc. A full line of Clothing, Piece
Goods and Hats, Carpets, Mattings,
Oil Cloths and Rugs.
Would be pleased to have our Gus
toners and friends call ami see us be-
fore purchasing.
Rekpectfullv.
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10
socIALITIEs.

Col. Jno. G. Day went to Hender-
son Saturday.
Mr.. Jne. NJ. Coombs, of Paducah,
is in the city.
Rev. N. Lacy, OF Madisonville, was
in the city yesterday.
Mr.. r. J. Salmon, ofDawson, spent
Sunday In the city.
Mr.. Jno. II. Milliken, ofLouisville,
spent Sunday in the city.
Mr.. Geo. Z. Gary, of Bowling
Green, was in the city Sunday.
Jno. L. Brasher, representing II. b.
Thomas, Louisville, is in the city.
Mcssrs, S. G. Buckner aud w. <.
Ragsdalo spent Saturday in Madison
vile.
Mrs. T.. A. Coleman and daughter,
Miss Emma. of Princeton, were at the
Phoenix yesterday.
Attorneys 1. Burnett, J. w. Nc
Pherson and John Feland, Sr., at
tended court at Cadiz last week.
Miss Ora Cox returned TO her home
at Belleview, Saturday, after a very
pleasant visit to relatives at Madison
Vile.
DIR. Rodman, S. G. Buckner, r. w.
Henry aud v. A. Garnett returned
Saturday from, the Louisville con-
vention.
Rev. j. I. Barrow. Rev. ]. N. Pres
fridge, Prof. j. w. Rust Mr.. and
Mrs. Jno. b. Trlce and Mrs. s. +
Trice are in Louisville attending the
Baptist Convention.
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10
THE UNWILLING MAY 18th.
-he Arrangements Nearly Ali
Made.

The various committees held a
meeting yesterday and reported the
work done.
The L. 81 N. and g. Il O. roads will
give half rates to all persons attend
ing the unwilling and special trains
will run from both directions con-
Meeting at Guthrie and Nortonsville.
They will remain here and take the
crowds back after the exercises are
over.
Three bands of music have been Sc
cured, including Eichorn's Band.
The Marshal has arranged the fol-
lowing order for the formation of the
procession. The head Of the parade
will be formed at the corner of Main
and 10th; mounted police, ex-soldiers
and visiting Councils will form down
10th; speakers, Governors and dis
tinguished visitors In 10Th secret So
cieties, Latham Guards and s. X. G.
Cadets in 14lh colored societies, Fire
Company and schools In 18th; caval-
ny and carriages in 18th; miscellan-
ious vehicles, pedestrians, etc.,in llth
street.
The colored people will be assigned
place at the Cemetery entirely apart
from the white people. The idea that
the crowd viii be confused mass of
all races and classes is a mistaken
one. Special police will be appoint
ed to keep order and enforce the COM
mands OF the Marshal OF tine Day.
Coy. Knott has accepted the invita-
tlon to be present and the City Coun-
ellis OF several cities have also signi'
fed their intention Of being present
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10
whether or Not

You believe that consumption is an
infectious disease, transmitted by
tubercular parasites, the fact that DIR.
Pierce's "Golden Medical Discovery"
is capable Of restoring healthy con-
dition of the lungs however afflicted,
is one which does not admit Of ques-
.ion. AZ the very first intimation
of consumptiye tendencies, whether
In their form of a persistent cough,
general debility, loss Of appetite,
night-sweats or frequent and depres-
sing chills, you should secure bottle
of the "Golden Medical Discovery
It will purify the blood, tone up the
system, and remove consumptive
symptoms BY removing their cause.
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10

Hanbery s. Shryer sold this week
43 Hhds. of tobacco az follows.
7 IIhds. good leaf $S 60 10 6 80.
Is I" med, " 80 % TO 5 05.
IL com. I" So 10 to A 05.
8 /" lugs $3 90 10 | 90.
Market steady.
Cant & Gather Co., sold this week
l05 Hhds. of tobacco az follows:
20 Hide, good leaf, 80 10 TO 6 rs.
81 IIhds med. leaf, $G 80 to 3 20.
50 lIhds. com. leaf. So 10 tod 90.
80 Hhds. lugs, SO IS TO l 90.
Market firm.
Alternately & Co., sold this week SIS
Hhds. of tobacco as follows:
8 Hhds. good leaf, 81 so 10 G so.
% Hhds. med. leaf, SO Is to 8 10.
IL Hhds. com. leaf. 81 30 to 3 90.
IA Hhds. Tugs, SO 25 to l 90.
Market stationary.
Wheeler. Mills & Co., sold this
week 76 Hhds. of tobacco as follows
10 Hhds. good leaf, 81 90 to 6 40.
10 flhds. med. leaf, SO Is to 5 20.
81 Ilhds. com. leaf, So 10 to A 90.
10 Hbds. lugs, SO 60 to 90.
Market steady.
Semi-weekly south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1883-1889, 1887-05-10
SEVENTEEN YEARS.
Heavy Verdict in the Radford Case.

II will he remembered that The
case Of Miles G.. Radford, better
known as uncle Rock" for the kill
ing of a tenant named Johnson sever
al years ago, was changed TO Trigg
county last year after several post
ponements In this court. Al the last
term there was hung jury and the
case came up again last week. A
jury was secured with great difficult
ty and was finally made up mostly
Of young men. The accused was de-
Tended by Messrs. Mcpherson and
Burnett, of this city, and prosecuted
by Mr.. Garrett in one of his charac-
teristlc speeches. On Friday the ju-
ry returned verdict of manslaugh-
ter, fixing the punishment at II
years in the penitentiary. An effort
will be made for nsw trial but II is
not thought that 1t will be successful,
as the case has been on the docket 30
long.
THE KILLING.
The circumstances of the killing
were briefly as follows:
johnson, vino was Mr.. Radford's
tenant on a farm near Church Hill,
owed him some money aud was for
hidden TO move any of the corn crop
until the debt was paid. johnson
went ahead and was gathering load
of corn when Mr.. Radford went to
the field and shot and killed him.
Johnson's wife was present aud was
the main witness. She has since
married man named Tucker.
Mr.. Radford is now rs years old
and is decrepit and feeble. lie is a
man of considerable means and has
spent great deal of money to get
out of his trouble. When he heard
the verdict he said in choked voice
"You might just as well have said
3 years, it would have been life sem
tence anyway"